The Downtown Line (DTL) is the fifth train line in Singapore. As the name suggests, the DTL provides a convenient route for commuters to travel to the Central Business District (CBD) such as Downtown and Telok Ayer MRT stations.
With a total of 36 stations and 11 interchanges, the Downtown Line travels all the way to Expo and Bukit Panjang. Residents living near the DTL can expect to see four more stations in the coming years. The upcoming stations will provide accessibility to the Changi Business Park and Expo area.
If you are thinking of living along the DTL, here’s a list of condos within a 10-minute walk or 1km of the various DTL MRT stations.
Condos Near DTL MRT Stations
- Condos near Bayfront MRT
- Condos near Chinatown MRT
- Condos near Hillview MRT
- Condos near Little India MRT
- Condos near Beauty World MRT
- Condos near Downtown MRT
- Condos near Bencoolen MRT
- Condos near King Albert Park MRT
- Condos near Bedok North MRT
*The listed information is taken from listings on PropertyGuru and is accurate at the time of writing (5 December 2022). However, due to the nature of property listings, they may be taken down at any time. Do note that these lists are also by no means exhaustive.
Condos Near the Downtown Line: Bayfront MRT Station – Marina One Residences, The Sail @ Marina Bay and One Shenton
The Sail @ Marina Bay (680m)
99-year leasehold, TOP in 2008
$1,150,000 to $20,000,000
$1,400 to $26,000 per month
Marina Bay Residences (650m)
99-year leasehold, TOP in 2010
$1,488,000 to $111,111,112
$5,950 to $250,000 per month
Marina One Residences (770m)
99-year leasehold, TOP in 2017
$1,250,000 to $24,111,600
$5,400 to $20,000 per month
One Shenton (970m)
99-year leasehold, TOP in 2011
$1,080,000 to $33,000,000
$4,800 to $80,000 per month
When you think of "Bayfront", images of Marina Bay Sands Singapore and a spectacular view of the water and the Singapore skyline come to mind. As the Bayfront area is currently more of an attraction spot for tourists instead of a residential area, the number of condos near the MRT station is limited.
However, residents who intend to stay in one of the condos will have easy access to iconic landmarks such as Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay, ArtScience Museum and the Singapore Flyer. And of course, it goes without saying those who stay in a high-floor unit will have an amazing view.
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Condos Near the Downtown Line: Chinatown MRT Station – The Landmark
Chinatown is one of Singapore’s most atmospheric neighbourhoods filled with culture and history. For the hip and trendy residents, there are popular cafes within the area such as Grids Coffee & Bar, The Social Space and many more.
Food lovers can expect a wide array of delicious food at Chinatown Complex Food Centre and Maxwell Food Centre. There are a few condos within a stone’s throw of Chinatown MRT station. For the purpose of this article, we’ve narrowed it down to The Landmark.
With a total of 396 units, The Landmark is an upcoming condo with a 99-year leasehold. Prices can go up to $3,196,000.
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Condos Near the Downtown Line: Hillview MRT Station – Dairy Farm Residences, Midwood and The Hillier
Kingsford Hillview Peak (430m)
99-year leasehold, TOP in 2016
$730,000 to $2,650,000
$3,300 to $4,800 per month
Hillington Green (400m)
999-year leasehold, TOP in 2003
$2,088,888 to $2,945,000
$5,000 to $5,500 per month
Hillvista (510m)
Freehold, TOP in 2010
$1,600,000 (only one listing)
$6,000 per month (only one listing)
Hillview lies in the Western part of Singapore, sandwiched between Bukit Batok and Bukit Panjang. Located just off the upper Bukit Timah area, the Hillview area has a plethora of condos.
Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, Dairy Farm Nature Park and Hindhede Nature Park are three nearby nature parks residents can unwind, work out and relax. Residents with children can enrol their little ones in nearby schools such as St Francis Methodist School, CHIJ Our Lady Queen Of Peace and Assumption English School. For international residents, there is GESS – International School, a multi-lingual, co-educational school.
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Condos Near the Downtown Line: Little India MRT Station – Piccadilly Grand, Parc Emily and 1919
Similar to Chinatown, Little India is a popular tourist attraction that is bustling with colours, food, history and culture. Residents need not worry about food in this area as there are lots of different cuisines available. Nearby malls include City Square Mall, Mustafa Centre and Tekka Place giving residents more dining and shopping options.
Nevertheless, most of the condos located within the area are on a freehold lease. Piccadilly Grand, which was one of the best-selling condos in Q2 2022, is located nine minutes away from the MRT station.
Little India MRT interchange station lies on the North-East Line (NEL) as well, allowing residents easy access to HarbourFront MRT interchange station (Circle Line (CCL), NEL), Outram Park MRT interchange station (East-West Line (EWL), Thomson-East Coast Line (TEL), NEL) and Chinatown MRT interchange station (NEL, DTL).
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Condos Near the Downtown Line: Beauty World MRT Station – Forett at Bukit Timah, Verdale and Springdale Condo
Suites De Laurel (500m)
999-year leasehold, TOP in 2014
$1,050,000 to $1,650,000
$2,000 to $6,300 per month
Meadow Lodge (470m)
99-year leasehold, TOP in 2005
$2,080,000 (only one listing)
$1,600 to $6,500 per month
High Oak Condo (580m)
99-year leasehold, TOP in 2000
$1,290,000 to $1,850,000
$1,500 per month (only one listing)
Springdale Condo (880m)
999-year leasehold, TOP in 2000
$1,558,000 to $2,480,000
$1,600 to $5,200 per month
Sherwood Condo (960m)
Freehold, TOP in 1998
$1,290,000 to $1,999,131
$5,500 per month (only one listing)
There is a wide variety of food within the Beauty World area such as Al-Azhar, O.BBa Jjajang & BBQ and Bukit Timah Market & Food Centre.
Residents intending to stay within the area can expect plenty of condos near the Beauty World MRT station. Most of the condos in the Beauty World area are somewhat older; if you’re looking for a newer condo to buy, try Forett at Bukit Timah and Verdale.
In terms of connectivity, Beauty World MRT station is four stops away from Botanic Gardens MRT interchange station (DTL, CCL).
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Condos Near the Downtown Line: Downtown MRT Station – Marina Bay Residences, V on Shenton, Marina One Residences
Marina Bay Residences (140m)
99-year leasehold, TOP in 2010
$1,488,000 to $111,111,112
$5,950 to $250,000 per month
Marina One Residences (250m)
99-year leasehold, TOP in 2017
$1,250,000 to $24,111,600
$5,400 to $20,000 per month
Home to the CBD, the Downtown area is mostly filled with commercial buildings than residential buildings. Marina Bay Residences, V on Shenton and Marina One Residences are three condos near Downtown MRT station – and by extension, Bayfront MRT station.
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Condos Near the Downtown Line: Bencoolen MRT Station – Sophia Hills, Sophia Residence
Sophia Hills (340m)
99-year leasehold, TOP in 2018
$1,080,000 to $3,220,000
$2,280 to $10,000 per month
8 @ Mount Sophia (500m)
103-year-leasehold, TOP in 2007
$1,379,800 to $3,950,000
$2,888 to $9,500 per month
Known as the deepest MRT station in Singapore, Bencoolen MRT station is two stops away from Chinatown MRT interchange station and a few minutes away from Dhoby Ghaut MRT interchange station (North-South Line (NSL), CCL, NEL), by foot.
There are also lots of shopping malls within the area such as Sunshine Plaza, GR.iD, Peace Centre, Fortune Centre, and more.
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Condos Near the Downtown Line: King Albert Park MRT Station – Mayfair Modern, Gardenvista and Mayfair Gardens
Gardenvista (370m)
99-year leasehold, TOP in 2006
$1,250,000 to $2,700,000
$5,028 per month (only one listing)
The Blossomvale (180m)
999-year leasehold, TOP in 1999
$1,688,888 to $2,890,000
$1,400 to $7,800 per month
Condos near King Albert Park MRT station are close to schools such as Methodist Girls’ School, Little Paddington preschool, La Dalia, Kanopy Forest Preschool and many more.
Mayfair Modern and Mayfair Gardens are two upcoming 99-year leasehold condos expected to be completed in 2024.
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Condos Near the Downtown Line: Bedok North MRT Station –Levenue, Archipelago and Escada View
Bedok is a neighbourhood that is often known for popular supper spots. The Bedok North area sees many HDB flats; there are only four condos near Bedok North MRT station. For leisure and recreation, Bedok Reservoir Park is located 18 minutes away, by foot.
In terms of connectivity, Bedok North MRT station is three stops away from MacPherson MRT interchange station (DTL, CCL).
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